Frankenstein:Creation

Chapters 12-13 analysis

Journal Prompt

What are some ways man tries to play God, and what are the consequences of these actions?

Biblical Parallel of Creation

God’s Creation Frankenstein Parallel

Day 1: Light Creature Perceives Light (87)

Day 2: Earth and Seas Creature Walks on Land (87)

Day 3: Plants Creature Eats Berries

Day 4: Day and Night Creature Notices Moon and Sun (88)

Day 5: Birds and Fish Creature Enjoys Bird Songs (88)

Day 6: Human Life Creature Sees Humans for the First Time (90)

Made in His Image: Victor vs. the Monster

Characteristics:

Loneliness: Victor-pg 49; Monster-pg 102

Importance of Nature: Victor-pg 81; Monster-pg 97

Knowledge is Dangerous: Victor-story at the beginning; Monster- pg 102

Emotional and Sensitive: Victor-pg 83, 126

Responsibilities

Creator: to ensure creation does its intended job and to care for it

Creation: complete purpose intended by creator

Character Foils

Victor, Felix: Cold, unfeeling toward monster vs. warm, loving toward Safie

Monster, Safie: wants relationship and love from creator vs. relishes in love and care from Felix